APPLY FOR SHIP 2026
Interested in performing at the SHIP showcase festival and music conference? You might be wondering: what exactly is a showcase festival? Unlike your typical outdoor music festival, a showcase festival is where industry professionals gather to network and discover fresh talent.
While anyone is welcome to attend, it's important to approach this opportunity with a different mindset. After all, in the audience could be someone who has the power to propel your career in a new direction.
As this is not a typical festival, please be aware that the compensation offered may differ from your usual gig fees. The provided payment is intended to assist with your expenses, and you will receive passes to the entire festival and the conference.
Additionally, you will have access to our delegate database, enabling you to connect with individuals who pique your interest at the festival. Furthermore, we are pleased to offer each band a free delegate pass for their manager or representative.
So why not take the chance and apply to play at SHIP?
Artists who are selected to play at the SHIP Festival get these perks:
- • The nominal fee for the performance
- • Accommodation for the day of the performance
- • Food & drinks provided for the day of the performance
- • Basic backline
- • Full access to the delegates database
- • A Pro-Pass Ticket granting entry to the entire conference & festival program